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Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) Regulations in Uganda

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Identity Verification Requirements

For Individuals, Including Foreign Nationals

• Obtain the following information:
  • Name
  • Residential address
  • Date and place of birth
  • Nationality
  • Passport details
  • Visa status
  • Tax identification number (if applicable)
  • Signature
  • Thumbprint

For Local Entities or Bodies

• Provide the following information:
  • Registered name and address
  • Trade name
  • Proof of registration
  • Written authorization to open an account
  • Names and addresses of natural persons managing or owning the entity
  • Audited financial statements
  • Un-audited financial statements
  • Tax identification number (if applicable)
  • Confirmation from previous bank (if any)

For Foreign Entities or Bodies

• Provide similar information as for local entities, including:
  • Name and registration number
  • Details of registered place of business in their country of incorporation or registration

Verification Methods

• Accountable persons must verify the information obtained from individuals, local entities, and foreign entities by using independent sources such as:
  • Government agencies (e.g., Uganda Citizenship and Immigration Control Board)
  • Banks
  • Other reliable sources
• If it is not practicable to use these methods, accountable persons may use any other information obtained from any other independent and reliable source while taking into account the risk posed by the jurisdiction of origin or residence of the foreign national.

Exceptional Cases

• The regulations allow for exceptional approval from management in cases where an individual lacks both hands and feet.
• Accountable persons may also take prints of the palm or toes if an individual lacks fingers.